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precaution

[pri-kaw-shuhn] / prɪˈkɔ ʃən /


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Flight EZY2618 from Hurghada in Egypt to London Luton landed in the Italian capital on Tuesday night as a "precaution".

From BBC • May 24, 2026

Orange County Health Officer Regina Chinsio Kwong said Friday the large exclusion zone around the tank was a necessary precaution.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

The Swiss national is receiving care and his wife, who was travelling with him, has not shown any symptoms of the virus but is self-isolating as a precaution.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

As a precaution, Utz is warning consumers about potential health risks linked to the products.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

And the news anchor—only one instead of the usual two—says, “As a precaution, residents are instructed to stay in their homes, and remain calm.”

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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